Summer Berry Ice Cream Cake is the perfect way to pretend you’re doing something healthy while eating an indulgent dessert. The vibrant berries and creamy ice cream layer together like an Instagram-worthy masterpiece. Forget fruit salad, we’ve got real dessert on the table. It’s the best way to embrace summer and ignore your diet at the same time. So, if you’re all about easy, refreshing, and photogenic desserts, this cake is ready for you to devour. Trust me, it’s the berry good choice you didn’t know you needed.
Summer Berry Ice Cream Cake
A refreshing cake combining summer berries and creamy ice cream for a delicious, guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
- 1.5 cups vanilla ice cream softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 package of graham crackers for base
- 1/2 cup butter melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a greased 9-inch pan.
- Blend the Berries: Puree mixed berries with sugar until smooth.
- Layer Ice Cream: Spread softened vanilla ice cream over the crust, smoothing it out.
- Add Berries: Drizzle the berry puree over the ice cream layer.
- Freeze: Freeze for 4-5 hours or until firm.
- Serve: Top with fresh berries and slice to enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 8%
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Iron: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup for extra decadence.
- Swap out berries for mango or peaches in the off-season.
- Want to make it more photogenic? Top it with mint leaves and a dusting of powdered sugar.
